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2019 Honda Ridgeline Engine cooling Problems

Complaints
6about this part
Share
3%of 238 total for the year
Median mileage
60,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2019 Honda Ridgeline, 3% of the 238 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 60,000 miles. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“The contact owns a 2019 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was a popping sound coming from the engine compartment while attempting to accelerate. Additionally, there was a burning odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle rod bearings failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. …”

NHTSA complaint #11653916, filed 2025-04, 60,000 miles

“The contact owns a 2019 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound and shuddered. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the catalytic converter; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V215000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.”

NHTSA complaint #11536227, filed 2023-08, 60,000 miles

“The contact owns a 2019 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light was flashing on the instrument panel. The contact stated that there was a knocking sound coming from the engine. The contact associated NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V751000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); with the failure; however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and then to a dealer, where it was diagnosed with a lower-end rod bearing failure and a damaged crankshaft. …”

NHTSA complaint #11744792, filed 2026-06, 87,000 miles

“The contact owns a 2019 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while reversing out of a parking spot, the vehicle stalled. No warning light was illuminated. The contact pushed the vehicle into the parking spot. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V751000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) and NHTSA Action Number: PE25008 (Engine). The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the rod fractured, causing the engine to seize. The dealer suggested an engine replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. …”

NHTSA complaint #11742656, filed 2026-06, 84,300 miles

“The contact owns a 2019 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated while driving 80 MPH, the check engine and oil warning lights started flashing on the instrument panel. The contact pulled over and checked under the hood of the vehicle but found no failure. Upon restart of the vehicle, an abnormal clanking sound started coming from the engine. Due to the failure, the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where a diagnostic test was performed, and the mechanic discovered that the connecting rod bearing in the engine was worn and damaged the engine. …”

NHTSA complaint #11573112, filed 2024-02, 56,000 miles

Related recalls

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Engine cooling: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
202619%
202411%
202322%
202133%
201963%
201821%
2017113%
201113%
200854%
200721%
2006146%

Other parts of the 2019 Honda Ridgeline

Fuel system
73 complaintsEngine
38 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
36 complaintsElectrical system
35 complaintsOther or unknown
26 complaintsBody and structure
22 complaintsBrakes
14 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
13 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
8 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsForward collision avoidance
3 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2019 Honda Ridgeline

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology